Leverage Addicts

Are you searching for financial freedom in New Zealand but feel trapped on a "hamster wheel" of debt? For many, the traditional path of working a job just to pay off a massive mortgage has become a cycle of being a "Generation Slave."

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/achieving-financial-freedom-in-new-zealand-moving-beyond-the-rat-race/

Looking to scale your NZ property investment portfolio in today’s shifting market? In this video, we sit down with Mitch, a property investor who built serious momentum by "buying the dip" during the 2022 market slump. We cut through the noise of conflicting advice to discuss the "hybrid strategy" that combines high-yield cash flow with the BRRRR (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) method to create instant equity.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/nz-property-investment-strategies-for-2026/

This video examines the significant shifts in New Zealand's housing landscape, focusing specifically on Auckland PC120 and what it means for the future of density and affordability.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/aucklands-pc120-conflict-why-housing-intensification-is-facing-natural-hazards/

Is Auckland's growth creating opportunity or absolute chaos? In this episode, we sit down with Ken Turner, a counsellor for Waitakere and a long-time business owner, to cut through the noise surrounding Auckland PC120.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/aucklands-pc120-explained-what-every-property-owner-needs-to-know/

Is buying a home still the best way to build wealth in NZ, or has the "Kiwi Dream" become a financial liability? In this video, we move beyond the theory of property versus shares to look at what actually works for real people in today's market. We are joined by property investor and MHQ expert Simon McDonald to debate whether the traditional ladder to success is still the smartest path for your money.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/house-buying/is-the-kiwi-dream-of-home-ownership-over-how-to-build-wealth-in-nz/

Unlock the secrets to successful property investing with Simon from Nest Residential as he joins the podcast to share his extensive experience in the Christchurch market. Since 1999, Simon has transitioned from a landscape architect to an architectural designer and developer, navigating the massive changes brought about by the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/is-christchurch-the-new-auckland-christchurch-property-investment/

In this video, property investment expert Hadley Nightingale returns to share real-world insights from the front lines of the New Zealand property market. As a buyers agent, Hadley doesn't just talk theory; he is actively involved in identifying opportunities, negotiating deals, and managing end-to-end projects for investors.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/common-mistakes-to-avoid-in-new-zealand-property-investing/

In this episode, we dive deep into the chaotic forces currently shaping global markets and what they mean for investors here in New Zealand. From rising tensions in the Middle East to shifting interest rates, we unpack how international events directly impact your mortgage and investment strategy.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/how-global-tensions-impact-nz-mortgage-rates/

Are you accidentally slowing down your wealth creation? In New Zealand, the "standard" advice is to pay off debt as fast as possible—but when it comes to investment properties, that strategy could be costing you thousands in lost cash flow and tax efficiency.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/smash-your-tax-interest-only-vs-principal-interest-mortgage-strategies-series-ep-2/

Most New Zealand property investors never get past one or two properties - not because property doesn’t work, but because they misunderstand debt, leverage, and serviceability. In this video, we break down how Kiwis can borrow properly, use good debt with intent, and structure their property investments for long-term wealth creation.

Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/how-to-borrow-properly-in-nz-property-build-multiple-investment-properties-scale-wealth/